The achievements of 85 children cared for by Redcar and Cleveland Council will be celebrated at Boro's Riverside Stadium.

Former Nunthorpe School pupil Kirsten O'Brien, now a TV and radio presenter, will present some of the awards to children, aged five to 18, at the council's first Education Celebration evening tonight.

The event, funded by the Learning Skills Council, will be compered by Galaxy Radio presenters Steve and Karen, in front of an audience of 200, including foster carers, teachers and other professionals.

Each child nominated will receive a certificate. There will also be 28 special awards linked to five main themes - being healthy, staying safe, enjoying achievement, making a positive contribution and economic well-being. A post-16 special award will also be given, plus the Mayor's award for outstanding achievement.

The council's manager for the education of looked after children, Lynn Strachan, said: "We want to recognise, encourage and celebrate successes and achievements of our young people in their education, who regardless of academic abilities, have worked hard and shown commitment and progress in any aspect of their learning."